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Driver (PT Days)
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What they do
A Tractor-Trailer Truck Driver drives large commercial vehicles such as tractor-trailers, semi-trucks, or big rigs. Responsibilities typically include transporting cargo across long distances, sometimes over the course of multiple days. They may work for trucking companies, freight carriers, logistics, or shipping companies.
$42,105 / year median in Pennsylvania
-25% projected decline
Job Description
Driver (PT Days) Show Map
Location
80 East Northampton Street, Wilkes-Barre, PA, 18702, United States
Job Category
Driver, Transportation, Entry Level
Employee Type
3-Part Time Non BE
Contact information
Name
Becky Snyder
Phone
570-341-4518
rsnyde@allied-services.org
Description
GENERAL SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Director of Nursing CCSNC, the Driver is responsible for pick-up and delivery of residents and materials/equipment as assigned. Assigned duties are implemented in a manner appropriate to the age-specific needs of the patients served.
Type of supervision exercised:
none.
Jobs reporting to this position:
none.
EDUCATION
High school diploma or equivalent experience preferred.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Previous experience working with a geriatric population preferred.
SPECIAL EMPLOYMENT REQUIREMENTS
Clearances required: PA State Police criminal history check and PA Department of Aging FBI fingerprint clearance (if applicable). Valid PA driver's license required for driving van during residents' outings. Must pass and successfully maintain requirements of Allied Services Driver's Training Program. Must successfully complete Recreation Department's "One on One" training. Must successfully complete Physical Therapy Department's "Back Safety & Transfer" training. Must be certified or become certified in CPR. Ability to maintain/promote positive relationships with residents, families, and facility personnel required. Must be able to read. Must present a professional appearance at all times.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Moderate Work:
duties require exerting up to 25 lbs. of force occasionally (approx 10-33% of shift), and/or up to 10lbs. of force frequently (approx 33-66% of the time), and/or a negligible amount of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, and move objects (i.e., occasional patient transfers). Position involves walking, bending, lifting, reaching, and stooping (occasionally in strained position) and transporting of wheelchairs, etc., throughout shift. Position involves sitting in awkward or cramped positions while driving. Must have ability to assist with transporting residents in wheelchair and ambulating Residents. Ability to transport self throughout facility is required.
ACCIDENT OR HEALTH HAZARDS
Position involves driving Allied vehicles in all weather and environment conditions (inner city, rural areas, snow, rain, fog, wind, etc.).
WORKING CONDITIONS
Works outdoor and in Allied vehicles during various weather conditions. Occasional exposure to elements such as dust, fumes, noise, heat and body fluids. Additional Information
Shift
Tuesdays and Thursdays